Assistant Product Developer

Assistant Product Developer Manchester, England

Castore
Full Time Manchester, England 36000 - 48500 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Castore exists for one single reason – to make athletes better. Our ethos is built upon the philosophy of BETTER NEVER STOPS, an ideal deeply infused in our DNA and something we strive to live every single day. We utilise advanced engineering and unique technical fabrics to create the highest quality sportswear in the world for athletes who demand the very best. Designed with a passion for innovation with specialist features to help to optimise athletic performance in all conditions.

The founders’ vision is to build Castore into a brand respected across the globe for a deep and unrelenting commitment to engineering the highest quality sportswear in the world, with no stone left unturned in its search for innovation and performance enhancement.

The sportswear market has been dominated by a small clique of mass-market brands and the vision is for Castore to be a premium alternative to these, the natural brand of choice for discerning athletes who demand the very best.

What’s the Job?

Provides comprehensive support across teamwear apparel collections for all aspects of apparel development to achieve delivery and quality in line with business expectations. Understands and adheres to key dates and gates so that orders can be placed on-time and according to the seasonal calendar.

What will I do?

  • Provide team support to ensure the successful completion of delivery priorities across the teamwear department.
  • Meet output of work requests within the critical path framework, raise delay concerns to line Manager and developers in a timely manner ensuring impact to delivery can be minimised.
  • Work alongside senior developers throughout the product development cycle ensuring Castore quality and fit standards are achieved.
  • Provide department support in all areas from supplier communication, record keeping, filing systems, movement of samples and sample storage.
  • Responsible for the accuracy of information and timeliness within tech pack files and department tracking tools when assisting with processing of information.

What skills and qualities will I need?

Key Skills:

  • A relevant fashion or textile degree is preferred but not essential
  • Computer literacy basic Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Illustrator (preferred but training can be provided)
  • Good planning and organisation skills with the ability to ensure information, facts and figures are accurate and free from mistakes
  • Experience working with people or within a team

Personal Qualities:

  • Working within strict deadlines and able to be adaptive to changes
  • Requires excellent interpersonal skills, must be approachable, personable with a positive attitude, willing to help and provide support as needed. A team player
  • Excellent written Communication, ability to present ideas on paper clearly, concisely, and accurately.
  • Highly motivated, organised, and disciplined.
  • Flexible approach and willingness to further learn.
  • Ability to travel and work effectively across multiple cultures as and when required.
  • Have a Better Never Stops Attitude and a passion for the brand

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
  • Modern city centre offices in Manchester
  • An opportunity to work with global sporting partners
  • Office bar and breakout space with pool tables, dart board and TVs
  • A chance to build a career with a fast paced, high growth brand

Assistant Product Developer
Castore

https://castore.com/
Manchester, United Kingdom
Phil Beahon and Tom Beahon
Unknown / Non-Applicable
201 to 500 Employees
Company - Private
Sporting Goods Stores
2015
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